Our client, an operational technology and digital transformation company, is recruiting for a Inspection & Test Engineer to join their business in Staffordshire, UK
Position Title:
Inspection & Test Engineer
Position Type
Permanent (Full Time)
Start Date:
ASAP
Location:
Staffordshire, UK
Contact:
Ashish Rastogi | +49(0)8923889845
Responsibilities
* As part of the Inspection and Test Team you will be responsible to inspect and test equipment to ensure the safety and functional operation of the equipment.
* All testing and inspection are completed using the electrical schematic drawings for the project and a project specific Hardware Test Specification which is written by the Hardware Engineer responsible for the project.
* The Inspection and Test Specification identifies the inspections and tests to be performed to comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive as a minimum, together with any other customer specific standards which the equipment has been designed to comply with.
* The role includes some customer acceptance testing and although office based, occasional site work may be necessary.
* System Software tests are covered by separate test specifications, and you may also be required on an ad-hoc basis to support the Software Team to facilitate the completion of their tests.
Test activities include:
* Point to point wiring checks
* Equipment build and configuration inspection
* LVD electrical safety checks
* Earth bond continuity test
* High voltage withstand test
* Insulation resistance test
* Power up, fusing and equipment functionality checks
* Any other equipment specific tests as detailed in the project hardware test specification
* Equipment Technologies include:
* PLC based automation control panels.
* IT cubicles which may contain computing and networking equipment
* Peripheral equipment including printers, scanners etc.
Requirements
* The ideal candidate must be experienced and competent in testing wired assemblies from an individual back plate to a fully assembled control system and:
* Able to read and interpret circuit diagrams, general assembly prints, wiring schedules and parts lists
* Able to understand and implement test procedures and instructions
* Able to inspect and test cubicles in line with Company standards.
* Able to maintain/complete test documentation and reports
* Have operational knowledge of components such as MCB’s, RCD’s, Fuses, Transformers, Power supply’s and safety critical components
* Must be proficient in the use of electronic multi-meters and other test equipment
* Must have worked within an ISO 9001 compliant quality system
* Have the willingness and ability to attend at customer sites to witness equipment tests
* All necessary technical training will be given as well as specific Health and Safety related training as appropriate to comply.
* Current driving licence
* The ability to work towards SC Clearance
Educational Requirements
* Applicants should possess a nationally recognised technical qualification in an Electrical/Electronic discipline, e.g HNC/HND, 17 th Edition C&G2382 & Inspection & Test, completed a modern apprenticeship or similar.